Heat Treating Furnace for Tempering Steel & Stress Relief of Welded Materials
ID: 23-40-1002Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA AVIATIONRICHMOND, VA, 23237, USA

NAICS

Industrial Process Furnace and Oven Manufacturing (333994)

PSC

METAL HEAT TREATING AND NON-THERMAL TREATING EQUIPMENT (3424)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/6602643b836c463fbeded48fd33e938f/view
Timeline
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    Posted Mar 12, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Updated Mar 12, 2025, 12:00 AM UTC
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    Due Apr 12, 2025, 3:59 AM UTC
Description

The Department of Defense, through the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA Aviation), is seeking sources for a Heat Treating Furnace designed for tempering steel and stress relief of welded materials, to be installed at Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma. The furnace must include specific brand components such as the Eurotherm 3504 temperature controller and Honeywell UDC 2800 Over-Temperature Controller, and it should be a turn-key solution that encompasses delivery, installation, training, and removal of existing equipment. This procurement is critical for enhancing operational capabilities while adhering to stringent safety and environmental standards, as outlined in the associated specifications document. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their capabilities and comments by emailing AVN IPE Market Research at avnipemarketresearch@dla.mil, with responses due by the specified closing date.

Point(s) of Contact
Christopher Bara
avnipemarketresearch@dla.mil
Files
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23-40-1002 PD.pdf
Mar 12, 2025, 4:04 PM UTC
The government file VIBB 23-40-1002 outlines the specifications for acquiring a Weld Stress Relief Furnace for installation at Tinker AFB, Oklahoma. It details requirements for design, construction, safety, and environmental compliance. The furnace must efficiently perform heat-treating processes like stress relieving and tempering steel, adhering to various federal and military standards. Key aspects include design qualifications, such as high energy efficiency and the ability to maintain specified heat without deformation. Safety standards dictate compliance with OSHA and includes provisions for noise levels, hazardous materials exclusions, and safety devices. Operational controls need to be user-friendly, and the furnace should be equipped with advanced monitoring systems for temperature and other parameters. The document also specifies installation requirements, with contractors responsible for logistics, while the government will provide utility hookups. Additionally, it mandates comprehensive training and documentation, including manuals and inspection protocols to ensure quality assurance throughout the installation process. The purpose of the RFP is to ensure the acquisition of a state-of-the-art furnace that enhances operational capabilities while maintaining stringent safety and environmental standards.
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